Regular biography
Dr Melissa Rogerson is a Senior Lecturer in Human Computer Interaction at The University of Melbourne's CS department. She holds the title of ARC DECRA Fellow and can be contacted via email at melissa.rogerson@unimelb.edu.au. Her professional profile is available at https://findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au/profile/692202. Research details and an existing biography for Dr Rogerson are not provided in the available information.
Scholar-generated biography
Melissa J. Rogerson is a researcher in game studies, focusing on the intersection of board games, human-computer interaction, and hybrid games. Her work explores the materiality of board games, the role of technology in enhancing accessibility for gamers with visual impairment, and the impact of digital tools on traditional boardgame play. She investigates how hybrid games blend digital and physical elements to support distanced play and foster social connectedness, particularly among older adults. Her research also addresses the challenges and opportunities of digitizing board games and designing inclusive experiences for diverse communities. Rogerson's studies highlight the significance of cooperative play, the mutuality of competition and cooperation, and the broader implications of gaming in everyday life.